This past week the census bureau has officially announced that the state of Florida has passed New York and is now the 3rd most populated state in the nation. The sunshine state trails only California and Texas and displaces the Empire State to #4. This change comes at no surprise and has long been known and would eventually happen as more people continue their migration south. The June 2014 population had Florida with 19.9 million residents and New York with 19.7 million residents. The greater Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Palm Beach metropolitan area is the states largest with close to 6 million residents. If you have been considering relocating to South Florida or may want a vacation home please contact Fort Lauderdale realtor Keith Hasting today at 305.778.0244 or email keith@keithhasting.com and see how he assist you. Sign up today for new listing email notifications and be the first to know of brand new listings.

1790 E Las Olas Blvd Unit # 21, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Waterfront CO-OP $159,000.00 The Las Olas is one of the most sought after areas to live in the Fort Lauderdale real estate market. With this 2 bedroom 2 bathroom CO-OP you can easily afford to live in an area surrounded by million dollar homes and condos and enjoy the waterfront South Florida lifestyle. Contact Fort Lauderdale realtor Keith Hasting today and schedule a viewing by calling 305.778.0244 or email keith@keithhasting.com

1518 NE 17th Terrace Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 Poinsettia Heights 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom 2,038 Sq. Feet $574,900.00 This stunning and totally remodeled Poinsettia Heights home has it and is one of the nicest listed properties in the Fort Lauderdale real estate market. With a brand new roof, A/C unit, completely redone floor plan that opens up and brightens up the home. With three large bedrooms including a huge master suite and closet as well as bathroom that will spoil you. Hurricane proof windows and doors and a designer kitchen featuring custom made cabinetry. Contact Fort Lauderdale realtor Keith Hasting and schedule a viewing today by calling 305.778.0244 or email keith@keithhasting.com

Getting your home ready for the market can be overwhelming for some home sellers. There are some quick and cost efficient ways that will bring value and make your home show better and here are a few: The "lighter and brighter the better" home buyers are drawn to bright and light living rooms. This may sound obvious for some but there is always some home sellers that don't get the message. Have curtains or blinds that are user friendly for agents and potential home shoppers. If the color of your walls are dark you may want them painted a lighter color when listing. Store away clutter and unused items. If you have a room that is bursting at the seams and is hard to walk through its a good sign you need to pack away these items. Make sure that every room is easily accessible and maximize any potential image of its size. Also make sure there is a "nice flow" from room to room and avoid any oversized tables or furniture pieces. Paint any weathered patios and wood decks. Has your patio seen better days and look washed and worn out. This is easy and quick fix that shouldn't cost much. Stain old kitchen cabinets instead of replacing them. Is your kitchen dated and it needs some sprucing up, well depending on your cabinetry you may be able to stain them and change out the handles. Be sure and do your homework but if this is an option you could save thousands.

Villa Capri Townhouse 1114 NE 16th Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 3 Bedroom | 3 and Half Bathroom $535,000.00 This great townhouse has it all and is move in ready and needs nothing done. With three large bedrooms and three and half bathrooms and a generous square footage where you won't feel cramped like some other townhouses in this price range. The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless appliances and the main living area is wide up and open for great flow and is perfect for entertaining. There is a one car garage and a Juliet terrace balcony that overlooks a tropical garden view. Call Fort Lauderdale realtor Keith Hasting at 305.778.0244 or email keith@keithhasting.com and see this lovely property.

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